Sarpsborg Stadion
Saturday, 12 August 2023, 19:00
9th placed Sarpsborg 08 will welcome 10th placed Strømsgodset at the Sarpsborg Stadion on Saturday. The game promises to be entertaining as both sides look to secure a victory. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.
Claim Your Welcome Bonus!Sarpsborg 08
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Sarpsborg 08 will be eager to bounce back and secure a better result in their upcoming match after a disappointing 5-1 defeat in their previous game against Sandefjord. Despite an initial positive start, with Victor Torp's well-taken goal in the first minute, Sarpsborg 08 ultimately experienced a surprising loss. Unfortunately, this defeat marked their fifth loss in six recent games, highlighting their struggles to maintain consistent form.
As they prepare for their next fixture, Sarpsborg 08 will be focused on rectifying their recent shortcomings and aiming to regain their competitive edge. Currently occupying the 9th position on the league table with 24 points from 17 games, they are aware of the importance of improving their performance to climb the rankings. With 29 goals scored and 31 goals conceded thus far in the season, they will be looking to tighten their defense and capitalize on their attacking opportunities to secure better results in the matches ahead.
Strømsgodset
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Strømsgodset faced Valerenga in their recent match and managed to take the lead by scoring the opening goal. However, they ended up losing the game with a final score of 3-1. Unfortunately, this loss marked their fourth consecutive defeat in recent matches. Prior to this, they had also suffered defeats against Aalesund, Rosenborg, and Brann, demonstrating a concerning lack of positive results.
The team's current performance trend raises concerns about their form and ability to secure victories. These defeats have contributed to Strømsgodset's position in the 10th spot on the league table, where they have accumulated 20 points from 17 games. Despite scoring 20 goals, their defensive vulnerabilities have led to conceding 22 goals.
Strømsgodset will be determined to reverse their recent struggles and regain their winning momentum. Addressing their defensive issues and finding ways to capitalize on their attacking opportunities will be key factors in their quest for better results in the upcoming matches.
Possible Starting 11
Sarpsborg 08 - Anders Kristiansen, Eirik Wichne, Bjørn Inge Utvik, Arnau Casas, Peter Reinhardsen, Serge-Junior Ngouali, Jeppe Andersen, Mikkel Maigaard, Victor Torp, Simon Tibbling, Ramon Pascal Lundqvist.
Stromsgodset - Viljar Myhra, Sondre Fosnæss Hanssen, Gustav Valsvik, Fredrik Kristensen Dahl, Halldor Stenevik, Kreshnik Krasniqi, Jonas Torrissen Therkelsen, Thomas Grøgaard, Herman Stengel, Jonatan Braut Brunes, Marcus Johansen Mehnert.
Expert Betting Tips
The most recent game between Sarpsborg 08 and Strømsgodset resulted in a notable scoreline of 5-2. As both teams prepare to face each other once again, this history may provide some insight into their potential performance and strategies for the upcoming match. So I expect goals from both sides in a rain of goals.
- W1 for 1.60 odds
- Over 3.5 for 1.80 odds
- 2HT: BTTS for 2.38 odds